WE ARE TGI

The Greatest Investment (“TGI”) Girls Empowerment Program was created in 2010 to empower the next generation of strong, confident and fierce female leaders. TGI challenged female professionals, business owners, community leaders and volunteers to take an active role in shaping the life of a future female leader.

Until TGI, there were no summer camps in Orlando, FL that focused on empowering future female leaders. In these tough economic times when community programs are being cut and parents do not have the funds to send their kids to summer camps, TGI sees Orlando’s kids, especially vulnerable teenage girls, being left unsupervised to learn essential life lessons from negative reality television shows or misguided friends. This summer, TGI is continuing to fill a critical need by stepping up to create an educational, enriching and fun experience for not only Orlando girls but also girls in the greater Central Florida community.

The volunteers at TGI are dedicated to spending the time, sharing lessons and expanding the experiences of TGI’s girls to properly equip them for the challenges that they will face in their daily lives. The Greatest Investment offers a free four-week summer camp tailored to 12- to 18-year-old at-risk girls, predominantly from the Paramore and Pine Hills areas of Orlando. The camp focuses on positively shaping girls’ self-esteem and character, developing their interpersonal skills, exposing them to life skills such as financial literacy, goal setting, health and nutrition, college preparation, career building and community development. The camp teaches the girls to expand their interests and share their talents by shadowing business and community leaders.

The camp includes individual and group counseling sessions, peer discussions about hot topics, leadership workshops, guest speakers, college tours, interactive activities and exciting field trips. In addition to the summer camp, TGI hosts monthly activities throughout the school year focused on academic success, financial literacy, college readiness, career development, personal development and community service.

Over the last fifteen years, TGI has positively impacted the lives of 450 girls in Central Florida, South Africa and Hati. TGI participants are now honor roll students, Advanced Placement scholars, published writers, leaders within organizations and community service advocates. TGI alums are high school graduates and college graduates, business professionals, leaders in community organizations and have expanded their reach to different local communities around the world.

TGI is truly changing the lives of our girls’ families and communities.

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Key Initiatives of TGI

Life Series for Young Adults

The TGI Life Series is designed for TGI alums aged 18-28 years. These young women may be working professionals, undergraduate or graduate students, or exploring various career opportunities after high school. The program is organized into Fall and Spring series, each comprising 8 bi-weekly sessions. Participants engage in a variety of workshops covering topics such as:
Professional Development
Career Readiness
Job Skills Training
Money Management
Academic Success Planning
Setting SMART Goals
Self-care and Mental Health
Spirituality
Relationships
Empowerment and Purpose
Free Annual Summer Camp

Annually, the camp extends a warm welcome to 25-45 young women, ranging from 6th to 12th grade, creating a nurturing and empowering atmosphere. It covers a four-week period, offering an immersive experience throughout the summer vacation. Young ladies cover a variety of topic
such as:
Empowerment and Leadership Workshops
Community Service Projects
Field Trips
College Tour
Job Shadow Opportunities
Career Exploration
Mental Health Awareness
Team Building Activities
Financial Literacy Workshops
Middle/High School Mental Health Initiative

The TGI Mental Health Initiative is a vital program tailored for middle and high school young ladies, focusing on their mental well-being. the thoughtful components of this initiative:
The program aims to educate participants about various mental health topics that specifically impact young teen girls aged 12-18 years.
By increasing mental health awareness, TGI empowers these young ladies with knowledge and understanding.
Participants learn positive coping strategies to navigate different challenges they may encounter.
These strategies equip them with tools to manage stress, emotions, and difficult situations effectively.
Creating a safe and supportive community is crucial. It allows young ladies to openly discuss mental health, share experiences, and seek help when needed.
Mentor/Mentee Outreach

This program focuses on fostering meaningful connections between mentors and mentees.
TGI curates events specifically designed to facilitate these connections.
Pairing Process: Mentees are thoughtfully paired with mentors based on shared interests, creating a supportive and enriching relationship.
TGI Volunteer/Mentor Outreach is a commendable initiative aimed at recruiting, training, and supporting volunteers and mentors within the TGI community.
Recruitment Strategies: The program actively develops various marketing strategies to attract passionate female leaders who are willing to volunteer their time or serve as mentors for TGI young leaders. By reaching out to these leaders, TGI creates a network of support and empowerment.
Volunteer/Mentor Training Workshop: TGI recognizes the importance of preparing prospective volunteers and mentors. The volunteer/mentor training workshop educates them about TGI young leaders and outlines their responsibilities. This ensures that volunteers and mentors are well-equipped to guide and empower the next generation.
Monthly Enrichment Workshops

TGI is committed to empowering and uplifting young women through a diverse range of monthly enrichment workshops.
Empowerment Workshops
Academic Prep
College Readiness
Financial Literacy
Social Connection
Mental Wellbeing
Community Service.
By providing these diverse workshops, TGI enriches the lives of young women, fosters personal growth, and creates a brighter future for all.
Young Moms Parent Development Series

TGI Young Moms is a thoughtful program that aims to support and empower TGI participants who are also mothers. The program focuses on several essential aspects of motherhood:
Maternal Health Workshops
Mental Health Workshops
Maternal Support Group
Parenting Skills Development